LIMA

LIMA Education Award Foundation

Making Education Accessible to Every Child

Empowering Students, Supporting Teachers, and Funding Dreams Through Innovative Award Programs.

5,000 +

Students Supported

200 +

Schools Reached

7,000 +

Business Helped

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ARMS OF LIMA

Charity Arm

Supporting students through scholarships and educational resources

Funding Arm

Raising funds to cover school fees and provide business capital.

Knowledge & Empowerment Arm

Training, orientation forums, and empowerment initiatives for students, parents, teachers, youth, and civil servants

Our Programs

SAQEX (School Fees Award Qualifying Exams): A unique program that provides direct payment of tuition fees for qualifying students.
GEAP (Graduates Empowerment Awards): Empowering graduates with resources and skills.
FEPA (Future Education Plan Award): Helping students plan for future educational needs.
Holiday Programs: Competitions, school books awards, “Back to School” packages, and student foodstuff awards.
Humanitarian Services & Awards
BUCAAP (Business Capital Award Awareness Program)

SAQEX (Flagship Program)

What is SAQEX?

SAQEX is not a scholarship, but a school fees award qualifying exam designed to end the burden of school fees. It gives students the opportunity to compete fairly and secure their tuition through excellence.

Packages include:

Termly School Fees Award
Full Session Award
LIMA Entrance (full-year coverage)
International, Overseas & Switch-Over Education Awards
Get Back to School Award

Impact & Testimonials

“Thanks to LIMA, I completed my secondary school without worrying about fees.” – Beneficiary Student
“The orientation forum redefined my approach to teaching.” – Teacher Participant

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Aims and Objectives

At LIMA Education Award Foundation, our core aim is to remove the financial barriers that prevent students from accessing education, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to pursue learning without disruption. We believe education is the foundation for a better future, and no student should be denied it due to lack of funds.

We are equally committed to supporting teachers, providing them with the necessary encouragement and resources to remain focused and motivated in their work. When teachers feel valued, they can give their best, impart deeper knowledge, and positively shape the lives of their students.

Beyond the classroom, we strive to empower entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners by enlightening and supporting them with the resources they need to turn their ideas into reality.

Finally, we are dedicated to helping youths and adults acquire trades, develop skills, and nurture their talents, thereby creating sustainable pathways to success and financial independence.

Our Story

LIMA Education Award Foundation is a purpose-driven Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) with a strong mandate to address pressing educational challenges and meet genuine societal needs.

Our mission goes beyond providing temporary relief — we are building long-term solutions. Through our Charity Arm and Funding Award Programs, we raise resources to pay school fees, provide business capital, and support empowerment initiatives that give hope to students, teachers, entrepreneurs, and families.

We run diverse, transparent award programs designed to boost the standard of education, reduce financial stress, and create opportunities for individuals to pursue their dreams — whether in academics, business, or skill development.

At LIMA, our story is one of impact, empowerment, and transformation — ensuring that education and opportunities are accessible to all, without barriers.

What Problem Does Our Program Attempt to Solve?

Many students and parents struggle with the inability to pay school fees, leaving countless children out of school and vulnerable. At the same time, teachers often lack the financial support they need to stay focused and committed to their work.

Our programs are designed to tackle these challenges head-on. We provide practical solutions to:

School Fees Burden: Helping students and parents overcome the financial barriers to education.
Teacher Support: Ensuring teachers receive the encouragement and resources needed to remain dedicated to their calling.
Business & Skills Empowerment: Supporting individuals with start-up capital, training, and resources to grow their businesses, learn a trade, or invest in their future.

Through these initiatives, we empower individuals and families to thrive — in education, in business, and in life.

How Would Our Program Solve This Problem?

We address these challenges through a range of impactful initiatives:

School Fees Award Program (SAQEX): Offering students the opportunity to qualify for termly school fees support, full tuition coverage, and additional awards — including assistance with JAMB and WAEC-related expenses.
Talent, Skills & Business Capital Programs: Empowering youths and adults through training, business plan competitions, and skill development programs that provide start-up capital and growth opportunities.
Funding Projects: Implementing diverse funding initiatives designed to raise resources and directly support education, entrepreneurship, and community development.

Who Needs Our Program?

The need for this program is vast and widespread. Challenges with school fees affect families in every community, across all states, and throughout the nation. From homes struggling to keep children in school to youths and adults seeking opportunities for empowerment, the demand for our programs cuts across every level of society.
Education is a universal need — and so is the support we provide.

Is SAQEX a Scholarship Program?

No — SAQEX is not a scholarship award.
It is a unique school fees support program designed to directly address tuition challenges. Unlike scholarships, SAQEX is specifically focused on ensuring that students can remain in school by providing practical, transparent, and merit-based fee assistance.

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